Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Australia

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Australia for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Sunset Sail Cruise Airlie Beach
5.0 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Sunset Sail Cruise Airlie Beach

Experience genuine sailing with a small crew of eight aboard a proper sailing vessel departing Airlie Beach. Unlike crowded sunset tours that motor out with minimal canvas, this two-and-a-half-hour journey actually harnesses wind and sail. You'll help trim sails, feel the boat respond to your input, and watch the sky transform over the Whitsundays. Champagne and canapés included; bring your own other drinks if you prefer.

2h 30mfrom AUD $120
Tunnels, Falls & Eagle Views Hiking Experience John Forrest National Park
5.0 (5)
Australia

Tunnels, Falls & Eagle Views Hiking Experience John Forrest National Park

4 hoursfrom AUD $69
Gold Coast Learn to Dive – Open Water Certification Course
5.0 (5)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Gold Coast Learn to Dive – Open Water Certification Course

Earn your Open Water Diver certification over three days on the Gold Coast, then put it straight to use with two guided dives at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. You'll descend into one of the region's premier dive sites, encounter turtles and rays, and navigate colourful reef systems under professional supervision. All training, equipment, and those inaugural ocean dives are included—no hidden costs.

3 daysfrom AUD $595
Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Cairns Paronella Park Herberton and Wild life Tour

This 10-hour loop from Cairns connects three distinct Queensland landmarks in one day. You'll explore Paronella Park, a 1930s castle surrounded by gardens and cascades, then step into Herberton's open-air museum with its 60-plus restored buildings from the pioneering era. Finish at Granite Gorge where you hand-feed the endemic Mareeba Rock Wallabies. Your local guide leads a small group of up to six, travelling in air-conditioned comfort.

10 hoursfrom AUD $285
Bladensburg National Park Half Day Tour From Winton
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Bladensburg National Park Half Day Tour From Winton

Explore Bladensburg National Park on a four-hour guided tour from Winton, visiting one of the region's earliest settlements now preserved as parkland. You'll travel through the park's rugged terrain and pastoral history in an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping to discover how early settlers shaped this landscape and what the natural environment tells about the area's past.

4 hoursfrom AUD $100
Melbourne (St Kilda) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Melbourne (St Kilda) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

Work through riddle-based challenges across St Kilda's best spots on this self-guided smartphone tour, taking roughly two hours at your own rhythm. You'll navigate between landmarks by solving clues and puzzles that reveal neighbourhood history and quirky details along the way. The Explorial app handles navigation and keeps score as you tick off each location, blending the puzzle-solving rush of a treasure hunt with genuine sightseeing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $18
Private, Luxury and Tailored Yarra Valley Wine Tour
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private, Luxury and Tailored Yarra Valley Wine Tour

Spend 7–8 hours exploring Yarra Valley's finest wineries in a private luxury vehicle reserved entirely for your group. Select three premium cellar doors that match your palate—think cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay—or swap one tasting for a gin distillery visit. Your driver collects you from anywhere in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) and adjusts the route to suit your rhythm, skipping the standard tourist circuit altogether. Stop at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie if you fancy it.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $745
Melbourne Art, History, Wine & Food Walking Tour
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Melbourne Art, History, Wine & Food Walking Tour

This two-hour walking tour threads through [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s laneway network, stopping at six street-art installations whilst hearing historical anecdotes from your guide. You'll then settle into a heritage wine bar with dark timber and worn leather, where you'll taste three wines from both established and emerging regions, paired with Portuguese-style small plates. Small groups of up to six keep the pace intimate and the conversation flowing.

2 hoursfrom AUD $129
Resin Art Classes Melbourne: Cheeseboards & Coasters
5.0 (5)
🛍 Shopping & Markets
Australia

Resin Art Classes Melbourne: Cheeseboards & Coasters

Work with epoxy resin to craft functional pieces like cheeseboards and coasters in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne). This one-hour class supplies everything you need—premium resin, pigments, and decorative elements—so you arrive and create straight away. You'll work alongside other makers in a relaxed studio space, with your finished piece ready to collect after 24 hours of curing. No prior experience necessary.

1 hourfrom AUD $129
Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Happy Slam Australian Open Melbourne Sports Experience

Catch the Australian Open in [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) with a guide who knows the circuit inside out. This 5-hour tour gives you an all-day ground pass to roam the courts, watch elite tennis players, and pick up the inside stories of how the tournament shaped Australian sporting culture. Small groups of no more than 15 mean you'll actually hear your guide over the crowd.

5 hoursfrom AUD $150
Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown
5.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Old Stories of Melbourne's Chinatown

Trace [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s Chinatown through two centuries of underworld intrigue, from the 1850s gold rush onwards. Your guide draws directly from archival police records—15 years of research—to unpack the smuggling networks, illegal gambling dens, and protection rackets that shaped this neighbourhood. You'll walk streets where extortion and gang violence played out in plain sight, while authorities turned a blind eye. The included booklet features mugshots, confiscated artefacts, and hand-drawn crime maps that bring these stories into sharp focus.

2 hoursfrom AUD $50
Melbourne Private Penguins Koalas TOUR-Melbourne City Tour JEWELS
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Melbourne Private Penguins Koalas TOUR-Melbourne City Tour JEWELS

This eight-and-a-half-hour private tour combines [Melbourne](/places/melbourne)'s urban landmarks with close encounters at a wildlife facility, letting you spot little penguins in daylight rather than waiting for evening. You'll see free-roaming kangaroos, up to 15 koalas, tree kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, emus and dingos, then visit iconic city spots. An air-conditioned vehicle and all entry fees are included, making it a seamless full-day outing.

8h 30mfrom AUD $1399
Daylesford Private Wine Tours
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Daylesford Private Wine Tours

Spend six hours exploring Daylesford's vineyard landscape with a private guide who tailors the itinerary to your interests. Visit three to five producers, working your way through cellar doors and tastings at your own pace. Lunch and all wine samples are included, letting you focus on conversation and discovery rather than logistics. Whether you're after boutique operations, established names, or farm-gate experiences, the guide works with your preferences to build the day.

6 hoursfrom AUD $1750
Airport Shuttle - Accommodation to Airport
5.0 (5)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Airport Shuttle - Accommodation to Airport

Direct shuttle from your Alice Springs digs to the airport, timed to sync with your flight departure. The air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your accommodation and gets you to the terminal with buffer time to check in without rushing. Journey runs between 10 minutes to an hour depending on your location.

10 min – 1 hourfrom AUD $23
Cruise Ship Flinders Chase Tour
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Cruise Ship Flinders Chase Tour

Spend nine hours exploring [Kangaroo Island](/places/kangaroo-island)'s Flinders Chase National Park with a local guide who unpacks the region's geological and human stories. You'll walk among Australian sea lions at their natural haunt, absorb the turquoise waters of Vivonne Bay, and photograph the island's most dramatic landmarks—Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, and the heritage lighthouse. The tour balances self-directed exploration with guided commentary, letting you move at your own pace across this rugged coastline.

9 hoursfrom AUD $260
Huon Valley Wine and Cider Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania
5.0 (5)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Huon Valley Wine and Cider Tour - Hobart and SE Tasmania

A seven-hour guided circuit through Tasmania's Huon Valley wine region, starting and finishing in Hobart. You'll visit five independent producers—three vineyards and two cider makers—sampling their output with knowledgeable commentary. The route takes in fortified wines, liqueurs, gin and ciders at family-run operations handpicked for character. A scenic drive winds through the valley; lunch isn't included but eaten at one of the stops.

7 hoursfrom AUD $250
Jim Jim Falls - Kakadu Full Day Tour from Jabiru or Cooinda
5.0 (5)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Jim Jim Falls - Kakadu Full Day Tour from Jabiru or Cooinda

A full-day excursion to Jim Jim Falls in [Kakadu National Park](/places/kakadu-national-park), departing from Jabiru or Cooinda. Led by an accredited father-and-daughter team known for their relaxed approach and local knowledge, this tour includes return transport, packed lunch, and snacks. The trek involves moderate hiking to reach the dramatic waterfall and natural pool. Park access depends on ranger conditions and typically runs July through October. Ideal for fit travellers seeking authentic Kakadu without the coach-tour atmosphere.

7 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $450
Ultimate Buggy Tour in Kangaroo Island
5.0 (5)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Ultimate Buggy Tour in Kangaroo Island

Tear across [Kangaroo Island](/places/kangaroo-island)'s remote coastline by buggy, accessing tracks and vistas sealed off from regular tourists. This 2 hour 50 minute off-road run near Vivonne Bay reveals the raw meeting point between temperate and polar waters, with cliffs and beaches that rival South Australia's most dramatic stretches. You'll pilot through terrain that demands proper equipment and local knowledge—both supplied by your guide.

2h 50mfrom AUD $247
Mona Like a Rockstar
5.0 (5)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Mona Like a Rockstar

Board the ferry's exclusive Posh Pit lounge for a thirty-minute cruise down the Derwent River to Hobart's Museum of Old and New Art, where you'll spend six and a half hours exploring David Walsh's subterranean collection of provocative art and antiquities. A dedicated host guides you through cocktails at The Void Bar, a chef-curated lunch with wine pairings in Faro Bar, James Turrell's immersive light installation, and final views from The Source Restaurant—all bookended by ferry snacks and drinks.

6h 30mfrom AUD $540
Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Whale & Sail - Whale Watching Cruise
5.0 (5)
Australia

Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Whale & Sail - Whale Watching Cruise

4 hoursfrom AUD $155
Private Three Day Great Ocean Road Tour
5.0 (5)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private Three Day Great Ocean Road Tour

A three-day private tour of Victoria's Great Ocean Road with your own driver and guide, departing [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) at 10am. You'll explore the limestone cliffs and coastal scenery from Apollo Bay as your base, including the 12 Apostles rock formations and Great Otway National Park. The extended timeframe lets you tackle forest walks and quieter stretches beyond the standard stops, returning to Melbourne around 4pm on day three.

3 daysfrom AUD $1300
Half Day Wadandi Track Scenic E-Bike Tour
5.0 (4)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Half Day Wadandi Track Scenic E-Bike Tour

Pedal 25 kilometres through the Wadandi Track's gravel pathways on electric bikes, starting from Cowaramup and finishing at lunch. You'll roll past vineyard rows and farmland under tall trees, with a local guide steering you past wildlife and quieter corners of Western Australia's south-west. Hotel pickups from Busselton and Margaret River included, plus transport to and from the trail.

4 hoursfrom AUD $165
Private Classical Wine and Cheese Pairing Experience
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🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Private Classical Wine and Cheese Pairing Experience

Spend 45 minutes in Margaret River sampling single-estate wines paired with locally-sourced cheeses selected to complement each pour. A licensed guide walks you through the tasting, explaining how specific flavours interact. It's an unhurried exploration of what the region does best—grapes and dairy—without the tourist theatre.

45 minfrom AUD $26
A Sense of Place a Wine Tasting Experience in Denmark
5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

A Sense of Place a Wine Tasting Experience in Denmark

Spend two hours at Singlefile Wines in Denmark, Western Australia, exploring the vineyard and tasting room with a knowledgeable guide. You'll walk the estate grounds, taste several award-winning wines including a barrel sample, and learn how the Great Southern region's climate and terrain shape its distinctive varietals. All tastings included.

2 hoursfrom AUD $99
Perth City, Laneways and Hidden Gems Photographic Walk
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Perth City, Laneways and Hidden Gems Photographic Walk

A four-hour photographic walk through Perth's lesser-known laneways and hidden corners, led by an experienced photographer who'll teach you to see the city—and the world—differently. You'll cover roughly 3–4 kilometres of flat terrain, learning composition and camera craft while discovering pockets of the city that even seasoned locals overlook. Whether you're a beginner picking up a camera for the first time or someone with years of technical knowledge, the guide adapts instruction to your level and equipment.

4 hoursfrom AUD $195
Female trailblazers: self-guided women's history tour of Perth
5.0 (4)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Female trailblazers: self-guided women's history tour of Perth

Explore Perth on your own terms following a self-guided trail honouring women who shaped Australian history. This flexible walk—anywhere from an hour to a full afternoon—takes you past monuments, laneways and landmarks linked to pioneering educators, entrepreneurs, artists and politicians. Using your phone or tablet, you'll unlock layered stories through audio narration, archival photos and video at each stop, revealing figures whose contributions often went unrecorded. Pause when something grabs you; move on when you're ready.

1 hour – 4 hoursfrom AUD $25
Rottnest Island Scenic Flight or 1/2 Day stopover
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Rottnest Island Scenic Flight or 1/2 Day stopover

Fly from Jandakot Airport over Fremantle's coastline and the Swan River before landing on Rottnest Island for a half-day exploration. You'll get a guaranteed window seat for the scenic route out to the Indian Ocean, then have 3½ hours to wander the island's beaches, spot quokkas, and soak in the laid-back atmosphere. The 4-hour experience includes return flights and free parking, making it a straightforward way to experience one of Western Australia's most striking islands without a full overnight commitment.

4 hoursfrom AUD $400
Hobart Shore Excursion: Bonorong Bus
5.0 (4)
Australia

Hobart Shore Excursion: Bonorong Bus

2h 40mfrom AUD $120
2 Days Kalbarri and Pink Lake Tour Monday Departure
5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

2 Days Kalbarri and Pink Lake Tour Monday Departure

A two-day loop from Perth through Western Australia's Coral Coast, taking in Kalbarri National Park's dramatic sandstone formations, the Pinnacles, and the seasonal Pink Lake. You'll stay one night inland, travel by small coach with a local guide, and tuck into fresh rock lobster. Best suited to those with solid fitness levels who can handle variable remote accommodation and patchy mobile coverage. Departs Mondays from central Perth hotels.

2 daysfrom AUD $530
Margaret River’s Wine & Chocolate Odyssey: Private Tour
5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Margaret River’s Wine & Chocolate Odyssey: Private Tour

A 10-hour private tour through Margaret River's food and wine scene, starting with espresso at Yahava KoffeeWorks before moving through three wineries: Brown Hill Estate, McHenry Hohnen Vintners, and Woody Nook. Between tastings, you'll sample handmade chocolate at The Margaret River Chocolate Co, browse Vasse Virgin's natural range, and finish at Wild Hop Brewing Company. Your guide handles navigation while you focus on the flavours.

10 hoursfrom AUD $1821
Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Adventure
5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield Adventure

This 4-day loop through Australia's Top End covers Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield without pushing hard. You'll move between three camps staying in permanent tents, travelling by air-conditioned coach and taking two guided water cruises. The itinerary balances exploration with downtime—gentler walks mean you're not rushing between sites. Meals and park fees are sorted, leaving you free to soak in the red-rock landscape, freshwater billabongs and tropical gorges at your own rhythm.

4 daysfrom AUD $1495
Mount Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hours Small Group Tour
5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Mount Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hours Small Group Tour

Ascend Hobart's iconic Mt Wellington on a guided minibus tour that covers the 2-hour round trip including transport and exploration time. Your university-trained guide shares Tasmanian stories whilst you traverse alpine terrain—snow gums, boulder-strewn slopes and distinctive rock outcrops—before reaching the Pinnacle for panoramic views across the city and coastline. Thirty minutes at the summit lets you absorb the vistas and spot rare mountain flora at leisure.

2 hoursfrom AUD $55
Flight to Leeuwin Winery for Lunch
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Flight to Leeuwin Winery for Lunch

Fly from Perth to Margaret River in a fixed-wing aircraft, landing directly at Leeuwin Estate for lunch. This four-hour experience takes you over the Southwest's forests, coastline and vineyard patchwork before touching down at one of Western Australia's premier wineries. You'll have time to explore the grounds and dine at the estate's restaurant (bookings separate). Perfect for a special occasion or simply wanting to see the region from above.

4 hoursfrom AUD $899
[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

[PRIVATE TOUR] Express Great Ocean Road | Day Trip

Skip the coastal drive and head straight to the dramatic rock formations of the Twelve Apostles in a private vehicle. This 7.5-hour tour cuts through inland routes to maximise time at Port Campbell National Park's best viewpoints, avoiding crowds and lengthy transfers. Your experienced driver handles all navigation while you soak in the limestone cliffs and Southern Ocean views. Customisable to suit your pace and interests.

7h 30mfrom AUD $1350
Port Phillip Bay Snorkeling with Sea Dragons
5.0 (4)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Port Phillip Bay Snorkeling with Sea Dragons

Slip into Port Phillip Bay off Portsea for a two-hour snorkel where weedy sea dragons drift through shallow reefs. This guided session suits everyone from nervous first-timers to seasoned divers—support gear like life jackets and pool noodles keeps less confident swimmers comfortable. Your guide handles kit and navigation whilst you focus on spotting local marine life in one of Australia's unique cold-water habitats.

2 hoursfrom AUD $120
Foodie’s Guide to Footscray: Private Food Tour in Melbourne
5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Foodie’s Guide to Footscray: Private Food Tour in Melbourne

Explore Footscray's multicultural food landscape on a 2.5-hour private tour with a local guide who knows where the best bites happen. You'll navigate Vietnamese banh mi stalls, an Ethiopian café pouring traditionally brewed coffee, and a family-run Sicilian bakery famous for its cannoli, while picking up insider knowledge about what makes this [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) neighbourhood tick. A hands-on introduction to how food weaves communities together.

2h 30mfrom AUD $95
Half Day Living Legends tour with Devonshire Tea
5.0 (4)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Half Day Living Legends tour with Devonshire Tea

Meet retired champions at this working horse sanctuary in Australia, where former racehorses spend their final years in dedicated care. Over four and a half hours, you'll walk the grounds, hand-feed beloved veterans like Brew and Almandin, and learn how the facility supports equine health research and geriatric horse management. Finish with freshly baked scones, cream and jam, paired with tea or coffee.

4h 30mfrom AUD $215
Experience Yarra Valley: A Tailored private Wine Journey
5.0 (4)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Experience Yarra Valley: A Tailored private Wine Journey

Spend a day exploring Yarra Valley's wine region on a private tour tailored entirely to your interests. Over 8–9 hours, you'll visit between one and four boutique wineries of your choosing, tasting at your own pace. If you prefer, add distilleries or breweries to the itinerary—whether that means gin, beer, or champagne. A knowledgeable local guide shares the stories behind the region's producers and their craft, finishing the day at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie. Private transport is included throughout.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $475
Private 12 Apostles Express Tour - Shorter
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Private 12 Apostles Express Tour - Shorter

This eight-hour private tour takes you straight to Victoria's most iconic coastal formations—the 12 Apostles and Lord Ard Gorge—via inland routes. Ideal for cruise passengers or those with limited time, you'll travel in a luxury Mercedes minivan with an experienced driver. The itinerary can be adjusted to include [Melbourne](/places/melbourne) highlights like St Kilda Pier, the Brighton Beach bathing boxes, or the MCG, depending on your interests.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1320
Port Arthur Day Tour Private Charter Service ( 3 days in advance)
5.0 (4)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Port Arthur Day Tour Private Charter Service ( 3 days in advance)

This eight-hour private charter takes you to Port Arthur, a 19th-century penal settlement turned open-air museum on Tasmania's Tasman Peninsula. Your driver-guide walks you through convict-era ruins and heritage buildings before heading back via four striking natural formations—Tasman Arch, Devils Kitchen, Blow Hole and Tessellated Pavement—that showcase the peninsula's raw coastal geology. Book three days ahead.

8 hoursfrom AUD $1600
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